Ping An has been honored with the Director of the Year Award for the sixth time

HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, Nov. 29, 2024 /VB/ — Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. was honored with the Director of the Year Award and the Climate Governance Award for 2024 by the Hong Kong Institute of Directors (HKIoD) on November 28. This recognition marks the sixth time Ping An’s Board of Directors has received the Director of the Year Award, as well as being the inaugural recipient of the Climate Governance Award.

Ping An, listed “Group” (HKEX: 2318/82318, SSE: 601318), has established itself as a leading integrated financial, healthcare, and senior care service provider in Mainland China since its inception in 1988. The company’s diversified board of directors has been recognized for its commitment to protecting the interests of the company and shareholders, ensuring long-term stability and growth.

Mr. Ng Sing Yip, Independent Non-executive Director, accepted the awards on behalf of Ping An’s board, emphasizing the company’s success in integrated financial services, healthcare, and senior care. The board, led by Mr. Ng Sing Yip and other key members, is dedicated to upholding high standards of corporate governance and fostering trust among stakeholders.

Ping An’s Board of Directors remains focused on strategic planning, risk management, financial control, compliance, and internal control to enhance corporate governance and climate risk management capabilities. The board’s structure includes 15 directors with expertise in various fields, including insurance, banking, investment, law, and technology, ensuring a well-rounded approach to decision-making.

Under the board’s leadership, Ping An continues to drive its “integrated finance + healthcare and senior care” strategy through technological innovation. The company’s financial performance has shown steady growth, with operating profit and revenue increasing year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2024.

Ping An’s commitment to environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) is evident through its efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030 and promote green finance. The company’s sustainable development initiatives have earned it top ratings in industry evaluations, highlighting its leadership in ESG practices.

As a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Directors, Ping An remains dedicated to responsible corporate governance and high-quality development. The company will continue to pursue its integrated finance strategy, advance digital transformation, and create value for customers, employees, shareholders, and society.

For more information about Ping An Group, visit www.group.pingan.com and follow them on LinkedIn – PING AN.

Source: Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd.